Nestled in the heart of Johns Island, The Royal Tern is a family restaurant and neighborhood eatery. Chef Kyle Kryske provides guests with an array of freshly prepared seafood and steaks paired with carefully selected wines. 

reservations

PHONE: 843.718.3434

RESERVE HERE

Thank you for your interest in The Royal Tern. We are open for dinner service from 5:00pm to 9:00pm, Monday through Saturday and closed on Sundays. To make a reservation, you make click on the link above to reserve online through Resy. You may also call the restaurant directly at (843)718-3434 to check on availability, purchase gift cards and place your to-go orders.

We look forward to welcoming you all soon.

Kindest,

The Royal Tern Family

frequently asked questions

Do you accept reservations?

Yes. Reservations are required for dining at the restaurant, including the porch and bar area. To book a table/bar seat, you may visit our Resy page or call the restaurant directly at 843.718.3434, and can be made 30 days in advance. Please know that the Notify list is the best way to obtain a reservation that is not available online. We regularly call back to best accommodate your requests.

do you charge for cancelled reservations?

Yes. Credit cards are required for making reservations thru Resy. Any reservation not cancelled 4 hours prior will be charged $25 per guest.

do you allow walk-ins?

Availability for walk-ins is limited. Please stop by the host stand to enquire about availability during service. We will always do our best to accommodate you.

what is the largest reservation size you accept?

The maximum size reservation we accept is 6. We encourage you to book early as we have very limited availability for larger parties.

do you allow children?

Yes. We welcome families and have high chairs, if needed. We do not provide any booster seats or cushions.

do you have outdoor seating?

Yes. We have a screened in porch equipped with fans and water misters for the warmer months and heaters for the cooler seasons.

can i bring my own wine?

Yes. Our corkage fee is $40 per 750ml bottle. The only restriction is the bottle brought in cannot be an item that we offer at the restaurant.

do you have a dress code?

No. We do not enforce a dress code but encourage guests to be tasteful. Shirts and shoes are required at all times.

do you allow pets?

We love animals as much as you do but do not allow them at the restaurant. The only animals permitted are official service animals.

is there parking available?

Yes. We have a dedicated parking lot for the restaurant. Due to limited spaces, we still encourage guests to carpool when possible.

do you offer gift cards?

Yes. Gift cards may be purchased at the restaurant or can be mailed if ordered over the phone. We do not offer an online purchasing system nor do we allow for gifts cards to be held for guests at the front desk. The only gift cards accepted are ones purchase directly through the restaurant. We are not associated with any third party gift card companies.